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EMU Trike
Electric Multi Use Trike
Owners
Manual
2012-2013
Models – EMU-Mini & EMU-Max
American Scooter Company, L.L.C.
Please note that due to continuing improvements to our products and services, pictures
and/or descriptions may differ from the model and/or parts depicted in this manual.
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE ASSEMBLING
AND RIDING
Table of Contents
Front Cover-----------------------------------1
Table of Contents---------------------------2
Technical Information----------------------3
Warning Statement-------------------------4
Safety Warning------------------------------5
EMU Parts List-------------------------------6
Tool Kit & Assembly------------------------7
Installing the Handlebar-------------------9
Connecting Electric Plugs----------------10
Removal of Battery Cover---------------11
Battery Connection------------------------12
Folding the Handlebar--------------------13
Installing Basket----------------------------14
Charging Batteries-------------------------15
Riding your EMU---------------------------16
Adjusting Brakes---------------------------17
Remote Key Fob---------------------------18
Maintenance--------------------------------19
Trouble Shooting---------------------------21
Warranty--------------------------------------22-23
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Technical Information
Type of Motor
48V Permanent Magnet Brushless DC Motor
Motor Power
350W (Mini) 500W (Max)
Battery Type
Sealed Lead Acid Batteries (Mini) x 4
Lithium Batteries (Max)
Battery
14AH 48V
Charger
UL Approved 110v
Charging Time
4-8 hours
Rated Speed (2 speed)
Mini 0-5mph & 0-15mph*
Max 0-8mph & 0-20mph *
Single Charge distance
Mini Up to 15 miles*
Max up to 20 miles*
Maximum Capacity
285 lbs
EMU. Net Weight
Mini around 90 lbs
Max around 70 lbs
*Note: Speed and distance may vary depending upon the terrain and weight
load.
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Warning Statement
STOP ----- IMPORTANT!
Before you ride your EMU please read this carefully:
Your existing insurance policy may not provide coverage for your
EMU trike of electric vehicles. You should contact your insurance
company to confirm if coverage is provided.
Please do not ride your EMU until you have read this owners manual
completely and you fully understand all its contents. This manual
contains critical information for your safety. If you have any questions
about the safe operation of your EMU, you should contact your
authorized EMU dealer.
It is very important that you follow all the safety instruction within this
manual in order to ensure maximum safety.
Failure to comply with all the standards outlined in this manual could
result in fire/ or serious injury.
American Scooter Company or authorized dealers will not be liable
for any damage or injuries caused by unsafe or faulty assembly or
unauthorized repairs. Any repairs carried out by unauthorized service
technicians are the sole responsibility of the owner and the Warranty
becomes void. Always follow local laws to where you can ride your
EMU.
Our EMU range of products are designed to be ecologically
conscious, please dispose of used batteries in compliance with local
laws.
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Safety Warning
(Please read before riding your EMU)
Before riding your EMU please read and be sure you understand this manual
completely. The EMU is not a toy and should always be operated in a safe
manner. American Scooter Company will not be liable for any damages or
injuries to any person. Any questions you may have about the safe operation of
your EMU should be directed to your authorized dealer.
Failure to comply with the safety warnings and operating instructions included in
this manual could result in serious injury to the operator and to others.
The EMU is not designed for all user repairs. An authorized EMU repair
technician should carry out repairs. American Scooter Company will not be liable
for any damage or injuries due to repairs by unauthorized individuals.
The EMU should only be operated by individuals 16 years of age or older.
The EMU is not a toy and should always be used responsibly.
Safety Instructions
 Always wear approved safety equipment when operating the EMU.
 Observe the maximum weight capacity of 265 lbs.
 No more than one person should ride the EMU at a time.
 The EMU should always be operated in a safe manner under safe
conditions. Observe local laws.
 Before riding, inspect the EMU to insure all quick releases and pivot points
are secured properly. Make sure handlebars are secured and hand brake
is in operating condition.
 Check the battery to insure it is properly charged.
 The power ignition must be off when charging.
 Remove your EMU from charge once it is charged. Do not leave charger
plugged in any longer that 8 hours.
 Charge the battery after when required.
 Do not expose the EMU, batteries or charger to wet conditions.
 Always drive on paved surfaces.
 Be careful when riding on wet or uneven surfaces.
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EMU Parts List
1. Front(Wheel(
2. Drum(Brake(
3. Electric(motor(
4. Headlight((pod)(
5. Front(fork(
6. Basket((optional)(
7. Folding(Handlebar(Connection(
8. Ignition(Key((pod)(
9. Throttle(
10. (Headlight(Switch(
11. Green(Button(for(Horn(
12. Handlebar(height(adjustment(
13. Power(Indicator((pod)(
14. Seat(Post((Optional)(
15. Seat(Height(Adjustment(
16. Handbrake(
17. Safety(Wheels(
18. Rear(Wheels(
19. Battery(Cover(
20. Electrical(Connectors(
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Tool Kit
Charger
Tool Kit
Assembling the EMU
1/ Unpack the E.M.U. and
inspect all the parts to insure
all are included. Please
contact your E.M.U. dealer
immediately if any parts are
missing or damaged when
shipped.
Place your E.M.U. on a flat,
clean surface. Place a block
3.5” under the front, by the
battery. This will make it
easier for the next step.
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2/ Remove the bolts and nuts
from the connecting tube
clamp (B). place the
connecting tube into the top
opening (A). Align the bolt
holes.
3/ Slide the two bolts
(1) through the holes
connecting tube and
neck. Twist the bolts,
do not hammer them
through.
B
4/ Tighten the bolts and nuts
(2) using the 2 allen wrenches
in the tool kit. Also tighten the
small bolts on the outside of
the tube clamp securely (B).
Note some models may have
hex bolts instead.
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Installing the Handlebar
Extend the handlebar tube
to full upright position and
insert it into the
connection hole on the
front forks.
6/ Ensure the handlebars
are facing front with the
brake on the left and the
throttle on the right, then
tighten the handle bar hex
bolt securely. Fold
handlebar down to the left
hand side and tighten hex
bolt
Hex Bolt
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Connecting the Electrical power plugs
6/ Make sure you connect
the 4 the connectors to the
right outlets. You will damage
your emu electrics if you
connect them wrong. All
connectors are color-coded.
7/ Match the pins of the
plugs to the holes of the
sockets, align the notches
and secure.
8/ The height of the
handlebars can be
adjusted by opening
the quick clip release
the raise the
handlebars by pulling
or pushing on the
crossbar, then firmly
closing the quick
release clip.
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Removal of Battery Cover
(service only)
Undo the 4 screws (one
on each side of the cover
and 2 on the back).
Gently pull the cover
upwards to remove.
Reverse operation 1 & 2
to re-install cover. Be
careful not to trap wires
when putting the cover
back on.
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Folding the Handlebar
Turn off the ignition key
Release the silver
quick clip
Lift the silver clip bar from the
bottom, at the same time pull
upwards on the handlebar
tube. Note the handlebar
remain attached to pole. Fold
down handlebars. Carefully
place the handlebar tube on
the footrest frame. Reverse
this procedure to re-attach
handlebar.
Picture of EMU handlebar
folded. Note arrow show
the direction they fold.
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Installing the Basket
Position the basket as shown.
The “U” Bracket attaches to both
sides of the forks, in the middle
of the three holes.
Attach the basket to the “U”
bracket using the included
hardware.
Attach the back of the basket
to the mounting bracket using
the included hardware.
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Charging the Batteries
Before riding your EMU for the first time, the unit should be fully charged. Ride
your EMU until the battery is fully discharged before recharging it. Doing this 3-5
times will insure maximum battery efficiency and scooter performance. Once this
has been done, for best results.
The lead acid batteries in the MINI should be recharged frequently, at least once
every 30 days for longest battery life. Leaving the battery uncharged for more
than 3 months will significantly decrease the battery lifespan. If you are not going
to use your EMU-MINI remove the fuse from the blue connecter under the battery
cover.
To charge the batteries, plug the charger into the socket located at the rear of the
battery compartment, then plug the charger into the wall outlet. The light on the
charge will be red when the unit is charging the batteries. When the light turns
green, the charge is complete. Always plug the charger into the trike before
the outlet.
Be sure the charger is properly connected to the EMU. The connector is
indented so that it will fit only one way. Do not force the connection. It should
slide easily into the unit when correctly aligned.
WARNING
Never leave the charger plugged into either the
EMU or electric outlet for longer than 8 hours.
Leaving your charger connected for a long
period can cause a fire.
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Riding your EMU
Always wear a helmet when riding the EMU
If you are using your EMU outdoors please be aware of all state and
local laws governing the use of such vehicles. State and local
ordinances may vary and it is your responsibility to make sure you
comply with all applicable laws.
First, put the key in the ignition
switch located on the right side of
the light pod. Turn the key to the first
“On” position. The first ON position
is ignition/ power .The second ON
position is for the additional
headlight.
The battery gauge on the pod and will
illuminate, indicating the battery is
engaged. At full power the entire
gauge will be illuminated. As the
power decreases, the lights go out
starting with the right side moving to
the left. When there is no illumination,
the battery is completely drained and
your EMU must be recharged. The
single red light shows when headlight
is on.
The speed switch is just below the
throttle, located on the right side of
the handlebar to the (-) position is
slow speed. Position (o) is high
speed. The throttle is a twist grip.
Twist down slowly to increase
speed. The throttle is very sensitive
so be very careful until you get used
to the speed and sensitivity.
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To stop your E.M.U., disengage
the throttle and apply pressure to
the handbrake. Beware the brake
is very sensitive. When the brake is
applied this kills the power to the
throttle
If you are parking your scooter on
an incline, engage the handy
parking brake by tightly holding the
hand brake and pushing the black
parking brake paddle towards you.
Pull the handbrake lever towards
you to release.
When parking the scooter, always
remove the key for additional
security.
The red switch is the horn.
To adjust the seat, undo the quick
release then push in brass button
and adjust as required.
To remove the seat pole undo the
two bolts and then lift seat pole up.
When installing the seat make sure
these bolts are tight.
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Adjusting Brakes
In order to adjust the sensitivity
of the hand brake, either tighten
or loosen the wire shown on the
left. First loosen the nut and
then push the wire back toward
the brake to lessen sensitivity,
or pull the wire to increase
sensitivity.
Front Facing
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Maintenance
Your EMU requires minimum maintenance to give you years of service. Always
follow these simple procedures before your ride.
•
Make sure battery is fully charged.
•
Never leave battery uncharged for more than 30 days, as this will
negatively impact performance and battery lifespan.
•
Inspect all connections each time you ride to insure nothing is loose and
wires are not frayed or damaged.
•
Make sure tires are inflated to their proper pressure as indicated on the
tires.
•
Test brakes to insure they are operating before increasing speed.
•
Properly adjust helmet to each rider for maximum protection.
•
Oil bearings in rear wheels every 90 days.
•
Never leave your EMU in the rain.
Battery Replacement
Battery replacement should be done by an EMU authorized service dealer or
anyone with simple technical skills. The batteries are located in the battery
compartment on the footboard. To access the batteries, remove the screws that
hold on the battery cover and carefully disconnect the wires from the battery
terminal, marking each wire to ensure that it will be reconnected to the correct
connector. Replace the batteries and reconnect the wires to the correct
connectors. Replace and secure the cover. Fully charge the batteries before
attempting to use.
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Trouble Shooting
Problem
The key is in the ON position, but the
EMU does not move.
Most Likely Cause
The battery may not be adequately
charged. Check the battery level indicator
on the pod. If the red lights are not
illuminated, charge the battery before using
the EMU. Check reset button.
The brake may be engaged. Disengage the
brake.
The EMU rides roughly and is difficult
to steer.
Check the tire inflation before operating the
EMU. Check this regularly to insure safe
operating.
The handlebar wobbles and doesn’t
feel tight.
Immediately stop operation and check to
insure all connections have been tightened
sufficiently.
EMU doesn’t brake completely.
Brakes may need adjusting. See brake
adjustment in this manual or Contact your
EMU dealer.
EMU will not recharge within 10 hours. Check connector is correctly inserted into
back of your EMU. Check power to outlet.
Battery may be malfunctioning. Contact
your EMU dealer.
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Warranty
The Limited Warranty does not cover or apply to the following: Normal wear &
tear: any damage, failure and/or loss caused by accident, misuse, neglect, abuse
and/or failure to follow the instructions or warnings as indicated on the EMU trike
or within this owners manual or other printed material provided with this product.
Damage, failure and/or loss caused by the use of the EMU in any manner for
which such products were not specifically designed.
American Scooter Company/authorized dealer warrants each new EMU for six
(6) months according to the following terms: Batteries and tires are warranted for
three (3) months. This Warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and
commences on the date of the original purchase. Extended Warranties above the
six (6) months are at the discretion of American Scooter Company or Authorized
dealer. If sold as a used product, the warranty is for 30 days from date of
purchase. Any part of the EMU product manufactured or supplied by American
Scooter Company/ Authorized dealer and found to be defective in material or
workmanship will be repaired or replaced by either American Scooter Company
or authorized dealer without charge for parts or labor. American Scooter
Company or authorized dealer is responsible for the expense of delivering or
shipping the Warranty replacement parts. However, if the customer chooses not
to replace the parts, the expense of delivering the EMU trike product to either
American Scooter Company or authorized dealer for Warranty work or the
expense of returning it back to the owner after repair or replacement will be paid
by the owner. American Scooter Company, authorized dealer’s responsibility in
respect to claims is limited to making the required repairs or replacements and
no claim of breach of Warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the
contract of sale of any EMU product. Written proof will be required showing proof
of purchase and date of purchase to substantiate any Warranty claim. American
Scooter Company or authorized dealer must perform all Warranty work, or prior
written permission from American Scooter Company or authorized dealer for
repairs by other. The warranty is limited to thirty (30) days from the date of
purchase for any EMU trike that is used for rental, demonstration or commercial
purposes or any other income producing purpose. This Warranty does not cover
any Emu trike that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence or accident,
or operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the
EMU owners manual. This warranty does not apply to any damage to the EMU
trike that is the result of improper maintenance or to any EMU trike that has been
altered or modified so as to adversely affect the products operation, or
performance or durability or that has been altered or modified to change its
intended use. This Warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by
normal ware and or by use of parts that are incompatible with EMU products. In
addition this Warranty does not cover items that experience normal wear and
tear. American Scooter Company or Authorized dealer reserves the right to
improve the design of any product without assuming any obligations to modify
any product previously manufactured. All Warranties are limited in duration to the
six (6) months Warranty period or extended Warranty if purchased or agreed in
writing. Any such implied Warranties including merchantability, fitness for a
particular purpose or otherwise are
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disclaimed in their entirety after the expiration of the appropriate thirty (30) day
Warranty period. American Scooter Company or Authorized dealer obligation
under this Warranty is strictly and exclusively limited to the repair and or
replacement of defective parts of EMU trikes. American Scooter Company or
authorized dealer does not assume any other obligation. Any American Scooter
Company employee or authorized dealer will not be held responsible whatsoever
to either the product or rider, for accident, damage or death caused by misuse,
neglect or negligence or to follow all the instructions in the owners manual. It is
advised to always wear a safety helmet when riding your EMU. This warranty is
void if the EMU is sold to a third party. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied Warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
American Scooter Company or authorized dealer assumes no responsibility for
incidental consequential or other damages including but not limited to expense of
returning the EMU product to an authorized dealer and expense of delivering it
back to the owner. Authorized service engineer travel time, telephone charges,
rental of a like product during the time the Warranty service is being performed
travel loss or damage to personal property, loss of revenue, loss of time or
inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages so the above limitations may not apply to you.
WHAT WILL AMERICAN SCOOTER COMPANY OR AUTHORIZED DEALER DO:
American Scooter Company or authorized dealer will, at its sole option, either
repair, replace or refund the purchase price of any unit that does not conform to
this limited Warranty. American Scooter Company or authorized dealer may
choose at its option to use functionally equivalent reconditioned, refurbished or
new units or parts or any units. You are responsible to get the unit back to
American Scooter Company or authorized dealer.
HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:
To obtain Warranty service, please call or fax to the following telephone numbers
for American Scooter Company Customer Service – Warranty repair. Please
have your EMU serial number ready.
Write your Serial Number Here ______________________________________
Tel: 724-242-0644 ext 2 or Fax: 412-774-6655 Email: [email protected]
If you purchased from an EMU Authorized Dealer, please contact them direct.
DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO ANY ADDRESS.
Please call or write to American Scooter Company, L.L.C. or the Authorized
Dealer where you purchased your product. They will explain the procedure for
obtaining Warranty claims.
For questions concerning your EMU Please contact you dealer:
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